At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage admissions processes and create a welcoming experience for prospective families.
- Company: Join one of Maidstone's top-performing secondary schools with a strong community spirit.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, local government pension, and excellent professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with genuine career progression and staff wellbeing initiatives.
- Why this job: Be the first point of contact and make a real impact on students' futures.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and organisational abilities; education admin experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 36000 £ per year.
An exceptional Outstanding secondary school in Maidstone is seeking to appoint an organised, professional and personable Admissions Officer to join its welcoming administrative team immediately. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of one of Maidstone's highest-performing schools, celebrated for its academic excellence, inclusive culture and outstanding pastoral care. As the first point of contact for prospective families, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering a seamless and positive admissions experience from initial enquiry through to enrolment.
Working within a supportive and collaborative office team, the successful candidate will benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and genuine long-term career progression.
The Role
The Admissions Officer will manage the day-to-day admissions process, ensuring applications are handled efficiently and in line with school and local authority procedures.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage admissions enquiries from prospective parents and carers.
- Coordinate applications from initial enquiry through to enrolment.
- Organise school tours, open mornings, open evenings and admissions events.
- Maintain accurate pupil records using the school's Management Information System (MIS).
- Liaise with local authorities and external agencies regarding admissions.
- Prepare admissions reports and support student data administration.
- Provide general administrative support to the wider school office.
About the School
This Outstanding secondary school has an excellent reputation for outstanding academic outcomes, exceptional pastoral support and a strong sense of community. Staff are valued and supported within a collaborative working environment where professional development, wellbeing and career progression are genuine priorities.
The Successful Candidate
The school is looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised administrator who possesses:
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience in school admissions or education administration (desirable).
- Experience using Arbor, SIMS or Bromcom (beneficial but not essential).
Salary & Benefits
£31,000–£36,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent position
October Half Term 2026 start
Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
Staff wellbeing programme & Employee Assistance Programme
Modern facilities with excellent transport links
Apply
The school is interviewing candidates on a rolling basis and reserves the right to appoint before the closing date. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Admissions Officer to join a thriving secondary school and make a meaningful contribution to its continued success.
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